These memorable feats also helped India surge ahead in the FIH World Ranking to a career best rank of No. 8.

“We will be watching each of these players closely during this camp and see how the competition is within the group. We will be seeing how the players especially the new comers can cope with the expectations of a National Camp. The seniors too will have to work hard to earn their place in the core group,” Marijne said,

“Some of our senior players have played continuously throughout the year and naturally they will be carrying some niggles from playing back-to-back events so this camp will also help these players in rehab, recovery and improving overall fitness,” he said.

While the team will approach the next season with an eye on the qualification for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, this camp will be more about finding the depth in the group and the right mix of players for the upcoming International calendar.